Accounts Receivable Specialist - Sales Ledger

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly and supportive environment

Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits, pension, holiday

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd is seeking a detail-focused Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the finance team in Lancashire. The role involves day-to-day management of the sales ledger, invoicing, payments, and reconciliations, with close collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate will have experience in sales ledger or accounts receivable, strong numerical ability, and excellent Excel skills. A supportive environment with development opportunities is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales ledger or accounts receivable role is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and methodical work approach.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office software.
• Experience with accounting or finance systems is advantageous.
• Able to work independently while being a team player.

Responsibilities

• Managing the sales ledger and maintaining accurate customer account records.
• Raising and processing customer invoices and credit notes.
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments.
• Monitoring outstanding balances and following up on overdue accounts.
• Responding to customer queries regarding invoices and payments.
• Carrying out regular account reconciliations.
• Assisting with month-end reporting and financial processes.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Working closely with other departments to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Providing general support to the finance team as required.

Skills

Sales ledger

Accounts receivable

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team player

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Recruitment Solutions (North West) Ltd is seeking a detail-focused Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the finance team in Lancashire. The role involves day-to-day management of the sales ledger, invoicing, payments, and reconciliations, with close collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate will have experience in sales ledger or accounts receivable, strong numerical ability, and excellent Excel skills. A supportive environment with development opportunities is offered.